THE COUNCIL’S GUIDING PRINCIPLES The Local Government Act 1993 provides the following principles to guide councils to carry out their functions in a way that facilitates local communities that are strong, healthy, and prosperous.
• consider the principles of ecologically sustainable development.
Generally, the Council is required to:
• be responsible and sustainable, aligning general revenue and expenses.
• provide strong and effective representation, leadership, planning and decision-making.
• invest in responsible and sustainable infrastructure for the benefit of the local community.
• carry out functions in a way that provides the best possible value for residents and ratepayers. • plan strategically, using the IP&R framework, for the provision of effective and efficient services and regulation to meet the diverse needs of the local community. • apply the IP&R framework in carrying out its functions to achieve desired outcomes and continuous improvements.
• implement effective financial and asset management, including sound policies and processes.
• work co-operatively with other councils and the State government to achieve desired outcomes for the local community. • manage lands and other assets so that current and future local community needs can be met in an affordable way. • work with others to secure appropriate services for local community needs. • act fairly, ethically and without bias in the interests of the local community. • be responsible employers and provide a consultative and supportive working environment for staff. • actively engage with the local community, through the use of the IP&R framework and other measures.
In arriving at decisions, the Council will: • recognise diverse local community needs and interests. • consider social justice principles.
• be transparent and accountable for decisions and omissions. Financially, the Council will:
OUR ORGANISATIONAL VALUES SAFE We work together as one council towards shared goals a We have a safety focused workplace culture to ensure the wellbeing of our staff and the community and for the greater good of the community
INTEGRITY We behave in a way that is honest, open, and transparent. We will take responsibility for our actions and strive for excellence
TEAMWORK We work together as one council towards shared goals and for the greater good of the community
VALUE We will deliver services efficiently, effectively, and in an environmentally and financially sustainable manner.
RESPECT We are inclusive, treat people with courtesy and fairness, and ensure each individual is valued and heard
ENGAGEMENT We engage with our staff and community to inform our decision making, and create awareness of our activities
• consider the long term and cumulative effects of actions on future generations. Clarence Valley Council Delivery Program 2022/2025
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